Dear Visitor ji,
Hope you all enjoyed the holidays and having plenty of water in the scorching summer. Our community activities are picking up the and many challenges are awaiting for the empowerment.
Congratulations for Canberra Hindu Mandir (CHM) to get the endorsement for the land to build temple by ACT Government. FINACT has coordinated and supported CHM to pursue for the land. FINACT will continue in supporting CHM to build community facility for the future generations and actively campaign for their fundraising activities.
FINACT is actively participating in the National Multicultural Festival, Community Harmony Day, Overseas Students Community Induction Day and participating in many other activities.
FINACT proudly announces the AusIndia Fair on 30 March 2019 and plenty of work is being carried out by the coordination committee. We are also supporting many other member association events such as ACT Multicultural Cricket Tournament in coming months.
Best wishes for your upcoming community activities and promoting inclusive culture in ACT..
Dr Krishna Nadimpalli
President FINACT
GEOCON is FINACT’s Proud Sponsor
Our Patron - the Hon Mr Chris Steel MLA
Minister for Multicultural Affairs
FINACT General Council congratulated Mr Chris Steel to be the new Minister for Multicultural Affairs and invited him to be the patron of the organisation. Traditionally ACT Minister for Multicultural Affairs is our patron. Ms Joy Burch was our first Patron, then Ms Yvette Berry and Ms Rachel Stephen-Smith were FINACT patrons.
Minister Chris Steel accepted to the Patron of the organisation and said “I recognise the important role of FINACT and its members in promoting an awareness of Indian culture and ensuring Canberra continues to be culturally vibrant and socially inclusive city where diversity is valued”.
Your input/event for FINACT newsletter is appreciated and welcome
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Funding under the digital grants from the ACT Government has further boosted our capabilities and confidence in meeting our objectives. We thank the ACT Government for their generosity that enables us to extend our tools to our member associations. Please see below for more information on how you can use this feature.
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Many Thanks from the Hon Elizabeth Kikkert
Dear Mr (Shanti) Reddy,
Elizabeth wanted me to thank you once again for inviting her to the Telangana floral festival held in October at the Belconnen Arts Centre. She was deeply touched by the experience.
Afterwards, she gave a brief speech in the Assembly in which she mentioned this event and her delight in attending (as well as two other events that took place at roughly the same time). She asked that I forward a copy of the speech to you. Please find it attached. You can also access the video at http://aod.parliament.act.gov.au/A74203.
Please feel free to share either or both with members of your association or any others who may be interested.
I sincerely hope that the ACT Telangana Association and the people whom it serves will enjoy all success and happiness in 2019!
Kind regards,
Brett
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Dr Brett Baker | Senior Adviser
Office of Elizabeth Kikkert MLA
Member for Ginninderra
Shadow Minister for Families, Youth and Community Services
Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs
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FINACT General Council Meeting - Tue 29 Jan 2019
FINACT is an umbrella organisation to provide a collective representation of Indian communities in ACT. There are twenty six member organisations working together and represented almost entire Indian diaspora.
The FINACT General Council Meeting was held on 29 January 2019 in the Australian Parliament House that was hosted by Senator Zed Seslja, Assistant Minister for Treasury and Finance. FINACT thanks all who supported, provided input and participated on the day..
Upcoming Events
FINACT Community Harmony Day - Sat 2 Mar 2019
FINACT is organising Community Harmony Day for the 6th year. FINACT’s aim is to facilitate a networking opportunity with various community leaders, ACT Ministers, Shadow Ministers, MLAs, Members of Parliament, Senators, Vice Chancellor, Key Government Officials and High Commissioners/Ambassadors of India and the Subcontinent nations.
Please extend this invitation for two persons from each member association and it is preferred to include the leader of association. Please RSVP before 25 February with the names so that we can acknowledge your presence.
Event: Community Harmony Day
Date: Saturday, 2 March 2019
Time: 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Venue: Function Room, Theo Notaras Multicultural Centre, London Cct, Canberra
Though we will highly appreciate you stay for the whole duration, your presence is sought as per your convenience to meet the community leaders. More details of the event are enclosed in the flyer.
Regards,
Roshan Menon
General Secretary
AusIndia Fair 2019 - Sat 30 March 2019
AusIndia Fair is an event for celebration, showcasing and promotion of India in Australia emphasising the niche businesses, values, spirituality, culture and communities in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). It is the biggest Indian event in the ACT that promotes a holistic India culture and heritage.
National Multicultural Festival - 15 to 17 Feb 2019
Australia is one of the nations that celebrates the multiculturalism as a festival and ACT is the true reflection of multiculturalism in the world. The festival in Canberra will be held on 15-17 February and is highly popular and record breaking number of people participates and attends the event. There are many food stalls from member organisations particularly to raise funds for the non-profit activities of organisations in Canberra. There are many organisations performing the Indian culture on the multicultural stage in the festival.
FINACT and its member organisations actively participate in the National Multicultural Festival in ACT. FINACT is putting an information stall on Sunday 17 February in Akuna Street for the enablement and promotion of member organisations.
Participate in NSW Multicultural Festivals
FINACT supports NSW Multicultural Festivals
NSW Multicultural Festivals are all happening in 2019 and registrations for performance groups are invited. Following Dates are to be noted to attend and participate in the festivals.
Saturday 23rd February - Goulburn Multicultural Festival
Sunday 3rd March - Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival
Sunday Sun 17th March - Cooma Multicultural Festival
All festivals will again be on the big stage with the big sound in the big parks. There are plenty of cultural activities and food stalls.
Participation by Member Associations
FINACT Information Stall - Sun 17 Feb - Stall E45
ACT Telangana Association - Sat 16 Feb - Stall E40-41
The ACT Telangana Association (ACTTA) will be participating in the NMF from 15 to 17 Feb 2019. Please come and join the celebrations with your family and friends. We will be hosting a variety of interesting activities including a free show bag containing special items from Hyderabad - not to be missed.
Telangana Association will be offering free tasting of biryani and haleem during lunch hour. Also there will be henna painting session and demonstration of how to wear a sari.
Come, join the celebrations near India stage, adjacent to Myer!
ACTTA invites all Canberrans to come and enjoy the offering and experience Telangana's laid back culture.
Australian Tamil Cultural Society - Fri 15 & Sat 16 Feb at Stage 6 & 4
Young talents from Tamil Society are performing several mesmerizing and tantalising Bollywood dances and songs in National Multicultural Festival 2019.
We need your support, attendance and cheer as our young buds and blossoms energetically fill the stage to keep you at the edge.
Make a note of below:
Friday 15 Feb - 4:30pm STAGE 6
Saturday 16 Feb - 4:05pm STAGE 4
Call us anytime at 0404 629 700 if you would like to know more. Kudos to Ms Bharathy, Mr Nizar, Ms Ragini & Ms Rengi, you can meet our dance masters on these days. If you would like cultural items support, reach out any of our above talented volunteers.
Remember, as Russel says - "The light is so bright that all that remains is you and the stage" which is well suited for you and our performers.
See you all at the Multicultural Festival.
Canberra Hindu Mandir - Fri 15 to Sun 17 - Stall E36-37
 Come and visit Canberra Hindu Mandir Incorporated stall for Indian Vegetarian Food, - Vegetable pakora, samosa, Bread Pakora, vada, dosa, cold drinks and much more.
Where: Near India Stage
When: Friday 15 at 5:30 - 9:00pm
Saturday 16 at 10:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 17 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
What: Stall sells Vegetarian and vegan food includes
Masala Vada
Dosa - cheese, mysore, masala
Bread pakoda
Vegetable pakoda
Samosa
Maharaja drink
Canberra Hindu Mandir is having a vegetarian food stall for fundraising to construct the temple in Gungahlin.
Canberra Punjabi Sports and Cultural Association - Stall F52
Canberra Punjabi Sports and Cultural Association (CPSCA) will be participating in the National Multicultural Festival on Sunday 17 February at stalls F52.
This year CPSCA will be puting an Information stall Welcome to Punjab - highlights of State of Punjab.
We look forward to seeing you during the NMF at stalls F52 from 10am to 4pm.
Navya Andhra Telugu Association - Sat 16 Feb - Stage 4 @5:40pm
NATA presents Sankranthi Gobbiyallo Gobbiyallo song 6 young kids 6 years of age fantastic performances from young Andhra team
Hindu Temple and Cultural Centre - Sat 16 Feb - 6:20pm
HTCC is pleased to participate in this year signature event “India in the City” on Saturday 16 February.
HTCC performance will be held at 6.20pm in the evening at STAGE 4 (City Walk and Akuna Street). Please join and cheer our participants.
Canberra Interfaith Forum - Sat 17 Feb - 10:30am to 12pm
Dear Friends,
 Thanks to all those who have responded and have confirmed their attendance. If you haven't already done, you still have an opportunity to attend the event as per details enclosed below. Please RSVP at your earliest convenience.
Event Topic: Importance of Interfaith dialogue in today’s environment
When: Sunday, 17 February 2019
Time:10:30am – 12.00pm
Venue: ACT Legislative Assembly, London Circuit
Opening Address: Chris Steel MLA
Keynote Address: Elizabeth Kikkert MLA
Light refreshments will be provided
Free Admission
Regards,
Amardeep Singh
Correspondence Secretary
Canberra Interfaith Forum
Mobile 0403 588 352
Fundraising Dinner Sat 23 March - 6:30pm
Canberra Hindu Mandir (CHM) is engaging the community to build a temple in Gungahlin area which is the fastest growing urban area in Australia. The proposed temple consists of a complex of Shrines dedicated to Shiva Parivar, Vishnu Incarnations and Guru. There is a provision for a Event/Utsav Halland a vegetarian cafe.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has offered 6000 sq.m land located at Hoffmanns Street, Moncreiff, ACT 2914. In order to get the title of the land, government has asked CHM to demonstrate the financial viability of community to build the temple before June 2019.
CHM is organising a series of Public Consultations and offering several services. The services include Trusteeship, Membership, Foundation Bricks, Foundation Pooja and Sponsor Deities and Chants More details of the services for fundraising is at https://www.hindumandir.org.au/fundraising
Public Consultation on 23rd Feb 2019 at Scouts Hall from 4PM to 6 PM
CHM Fundraising Dinner on 23rd March 2019 starting at 6.30PM at Amaroo School.
Your contribution and support will help us achieve the vision to have a temple for all Hindu Practitioners for now and future.
Mother Language Walk - Sun 24 Feb - 6:30pm
2019 Mini World Cup Canberra
For details, contact Mr Sanjay Sharma 0420 559 139
Sponsorship Appreciated for FINACT Events
We understand that one of the main reasons to sponsor a tournament and any event could be to promote one’s business and generate goodwill in the community. Sponsoring the FINACT events will give you brand recognition among the fastest-growing community group of Indians in the ACT and increase sales or traffic to sponsor’s website through their banner on our website (www.finact.net.au ).
Indians are the fastest growing population in Australia. This has resulted in increased air traffic between India and Australia; increased telecommunication; and enhanced trade and cultural ties. Players and their supporters make playing cricket a fiercely competitive and memorable event. They will promote the game and use your services to show their appreciation.
In addition to providing an excellent opportunity to connect with the Indian sub-continent communities, the FINACT events' sponsorship will:
- enable them to reach out to wider community groups in ACT and surrounds
- fulfil their business objectives and attract sizeable potential customers
- provide a lasting impression of their business
- promote sports and physical activities in the community
- motivate and assist young players participating in the tournament and community activities
- attract favourable feedback from organisers and media partners
- generate great feel-good stories in Indian community and back to India and neighbouring countries and
- fulfil sponsor’s corporate and social responsibilities
If you are willing to or interested in sponsoring our events, please contact us soon.
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